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Kingly launches employment program for individuals with intellectual disabilities A
groundbreaking initiative has been launched by Kingly aimed at
fostering inclusivity and creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
With the full support of the Bulgarian government, Kingly will welcome fi ve new team members to its zero-waste sock production facility. In collaboration with social enterprises Low Carb Factory and Labour Therapy LTD, the initiative will provide employment and labour rehabilitation for these individuals, integrating them into the production process. The new employees will play key roles in various stages of production, including sock boarding, assembling boxes, creating Christmas sock baubles, packaging, and counting pairs before delivery. This partnership aligns with Kingly’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, while setting a new standard for
Change consultant Benjamin Sung Ho Wenzel from Dotted line and Daniela Peeva Low Carb Factory inspect the working conditions of the facility
businesses to embrace inclusivity in the workplace.
Rob Armour, CEO of Kingly, said: “This initiative is a testament to how businesses can contribute to social good while maintaining high-quality production. We are excited to welcome these individuals to our zero-waste facility and create a space where they can thrive.” The project is made possible through partnerships with Low Carb Factory
and Labour Therapy LTD, both of which have been instrumental in promoting employment for individuals with intellectual disabilities. These organisations are dedicated to providing not only jobs but also long-term labour rehabilitation and integration into the workforce. Daniela Peeva, CEO of Low Carb Factory, added: “This collaboration with Kingly marks an important step in creating more inclusive employment opportunities. By empowering individuals with mental challenges, we are helping them fi nd purpose and independence within a supportive environment.”
The integration of these fi ve individuals began in mid-October, and both Kingly and its partners hope to set a positive example for other companies in Bulgaria and beyond. This initiative underscores the belief that sustainable business practices must include social responsibility, and Kingly is proud to lead by example.
A
new website has been launched by Essential Workwear, offering a new user friendly, optimised design and a more streamlined experience.
The online update has a similar layout to the previous website to maintain familiarity for returning customers, but has been extensively revamped to create a more modern feel. The new
website has been
improved for rapid browsing, with product and category pages now being easier to fi lter through.
It also includes improved navigation, search functionality and advanced fi ltering for ease of browsing. The
| 12 | November 2024
Essential Workwear launches new website T-Shirt & Sons expands digital production
personalisation stage of the checkout has also been upgraded for a speedier ordering process.
Essential’s new website is even more user friendly
Michaela Condell, marketing executive, said: “We have added many more bundles to guarantee the best deals on market-leading workwear brands. We now also offer a number of styled outfi t bundles with special discounts as a low-cost, low-fuss solution to completely revamping your whole workwear wardrobe, quickly.
Customers can now browse brilliant value on-trend bundles, styled by our in-house experts. We’ve made these bundles for our best-selling workwear brands including Portwest, Regatta and Scruffs.”
capabilities with Kornit Apollo
A
recent investment in a Kornit Apollo platform will see T-Shirt & Sons increase production capacity by several million impressions annually. By adding this platform alongside its existing Atlas MAX system, the apparel manufacturer based in the UK and the Netherlands looks to further transition from traditional screen printing to digital production. TSS will now be able to signifi cantly expand production capacity, improve speed, and enhance time-to-market – all while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Adam Golder from T-Shirt & Sons, said: “Creativity, innovation, and automation are at the core of our business, allowing us to consistently deliver unmatched quality to leading brands worldwide.”
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